Wednesday, November 2, 2011

W.E.S.T. November Design Challenge: Fall Colour Trends

It won't be long before our world in Manitoba will be enveloped in--dare I say it--snow! Soon we will be longing for more colour to brighter our moods and our days. This
month's design challenge is based on the Fall 2011 colour trend forecast from Pantone:

Mix and match. Use these colours for inspiration--don't be worried about matching the exact hue! Consider adding texture, contrast and colour in your work: pair masculine with feminine, warm prints with cool metals, include both old
and new influences and create an intriguing balance between the colours.

For inspiration, here are some examples of existing listings from WEST members:

I just love the contrast between these "cedar" coloured jasper beads and the silver clay beads on these earrings made by Wendy from thesilveragenda!

Here's how each design challenge works: Check
the forums and blog at the start of the month to get the inspiration
topic. As you mull over what that particular idea means to you, jot down
some notes in the discussion thread or leave a comment on the blog.
Take pictures of your process and finished item and post them in the
forum thread. We would love to hear the story behind how you arrived at
your finished object! I will post a separate feature for each item
entered into the design challenge with a round up at the end of the
month.

A few notes: Create
something new, especially for the challenge. Entries for each month
should be finished by the last day of the month. Vintage and supply
sellers are welcome to participate too, with a focus on artful
photography and careful choice of item.